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Erica Mandy
The day's news made fast, fair and fun – in 10 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always 'gets' both sides. She's a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources -- brought together in one, convenient place (and with a fun twist). Join the thousands of people already listening each weekday!
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Sep 20, 2019 • 10min
Texas Flooding, Area 51 Event & Emmy Awards - Friday, September 20th, 2019
The news to know for Friday, September 20th, 2019! What to know today about devastating flooding in parts of Texas, and we have an update about that whistleblower complaint involving President Trump. Plus: a walkout at Amazon, more stores start drone deliveries, and which show is breaking records at this weekend's Emmy Awards. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by www.Zola.com/newsworthy Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Texas Flooding: AccuWeather, Weather Channel, ABC News, AP, USA Today Whistleblower Complaint Update: TIME, Washington Post, NYT, NBC News, NPR Trump Sues Manhattan DA: Fox News, Reuters, The Hill Trudeau Brownface: NPR, NYT, CBS News, Time Global Climate Strike: CNN, Cnet Amazon Climate Change: CNBC, BBC, The Verge iOS 13: TechRadar, Gizmodo, CNN Lyft Bike Lanes: Engadget, The Verge Walgreens Drone Delivery: CNBC, TechCrunch Area 51 Event: The Hill, USA Today Emmys: TIME, LA Times, USA Today

Sep 19, 2019 • 15min
Trump's Promise?, Zantac Concerns & Facebook Portal TV (+ Talking Vaccines with Dr. Mike) - Thursday, September 19th, 2019
The news to know for Thursday, September 19th, 2019! Today, we're talking about an accusation against the president that's prompted an "urgent," classified meeting on Capitol Hill, and what to know about investigations surrounding a popular heartburn medicine. Plus: Amazon's Alexa gets into politics, Facebook's new video chat device, and the late-night TV making history. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about vaccines and misinformation online with the well-known doctor and social media star known as "Doctor Mike." Today's episode is brought to you by www.Zola.com/newsworthy Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Whistleblower Complaint: The Washington Post "An Act of War": Fox News, NYT, CNN, BBC, Al Jazeera National Security Adviser: CBS News, Axios, NPR Rate Cut: WSJ, NYT, CNBC, AP, USA Today California Emissions: Vox, WSJ, NBC News, NPR Zantac Concerns: CBS News, Reuters Washington Monument Reopens: The Hill, Washington Post, CNN Alexa's Political Donations: CNBC, USA Today Amazon Cash: Engadget, USA Today, Cnet Facebook's PortalTV: Reuters, The Verge, TechCrunch Late-Night TV History: The Verge, Hollywood Reporter

Sep 18, 2019 • 10min
Israel's Election, Imelda Hits Texas & NBC's Peacock - Wednesday, September 18th, 2019
The news to know for Wednesday, September 18th, 2019! Today, we're talking about the first impeachment hearing, the too-close-to-call election in Israel, and a storm slamming parts of Texas. Plus: Facebook's AR glasses, NBC's Peacock, and a new feature on LinkedIn to verify skills. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola and MM LaFleur. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! You can support the show and get some swag by becoming an Insider here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Impeachment Hearing: The Hill, CBS News (video), Fox News, NYT, AP Israel Election: The Guardian, BBC, NBC News, Jerusalem Post Oil Attack Update: WSJ, NPR Afghanistan Violence: PBS, CBS News US Sues Snowden: WSJ, CNN, NPR Tropical Storm Imelda: AccuWeather, CBS New Hurricane Humberto: USA Today, Weather Channel Facebook & Police: Yahoo Finance, Cnet, AP, Engadget Facebook Smart Glasses: CNBC, 9to5Mac Snapchat 3D Selfie: 9to5Mac, Engadget NBC's Peacock: The Verge, TechCrunch LinkedIn Skills Assessments: TechCrunch

Sep 17, 2019 • 9min
Oil Attack Update, WiFi 6 & Tinder TV - Tuesday, September 17th, 2019
The news to know for Tuesday, September 17th, 2019! We've got an update today about that attack on two major oil sites and how it could impact gas prices. We're also talking about a promising sign in the measles outbreak. Plus: we're explaining WiFi 6, Tinder's plan for video, and the popular sitcom coming soon to Netflix. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by www.Zola.com/newsworthy. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Oil Attack Update: WSJ, AP, NYT,, Fox News, Reuters, CNN Trump's Tax Returns: NYT, CNBC, The Hill, NBC News Israel Election: NPR, Axios, Reuters No New Measles Cases: AP, ABC News, CNN Medal Of Freedom: CBS News, Sports Illustrated Faster Wifi 6: The Verge, 9to5Mac Tinder TV?: Reuters Netflix and Seinfeld: LA Times, CNN, TechCrunch

Sep 16, 2019 • 12min
Auto Workers Strike, Peanut Allergy Treatment & PopSocket Koozie - Monday, September 16th, 2019
The news to know for Monday, September 16th, 2019! What to know today about a few big stories, including a major auto worker strike as well as a major attack on one of the world's largest oil processing facilities. Plus: promising news for people with severe peanut allergies, what happened to MoviePass, and a new type of PopSocket for your drink. Those stories and more -- in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Zola and MyWallSt. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: GM Auto Strike: WSJ, CNBC, Fox Business, Business Insider Saudi Oil Attack: NBC News, USA Today, Washington Post, WSJ, NYT Kavanaugh Allegations: The Hill, CBS News, CNN, Washington Post, NYT Tropical Storm Humberto: ABC News, Weather Channel, AccuWeather Peanut Allergy Treatment: CNN, AP, NPR Felicity Huffman Sentenced: Vox, Yahoo Movie Pass Shuts Down: CNBC, Deadline, NPR Box Office: Variety, USA Today PockSockets for Mugs: The Verge, TechCrunch Gen Z on Savings: CNBC, Northwestern Mutual

Sep 13, 2019 • 10min
Dem Debate #3, Full 'Micro' Moon & Vehicles for Change - Friday, September 13th, 2019
The news to know for Friday, September 13th, 2019! What to know today about the issues, and heated moments, from last night's Democratic debate, and what step was taken in the impeachment process. Plus: a rare full 'micro' moon, a video game for exercise, and a Google feature that looks like Instagram. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by www.Blinkist.com/news Become a NewsWorthy INSIDER! Learn more here: www.TheNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Dem Debate #3: NBC News, ABC News, Washington Post, FOX News, Politico , TIME Impeachment Proceedings: CNN, NYT, Reuters Clean Water Rule Replaced: CBS News, NPR, Politico, AP Storm Watch: Weather Channel, AccuWeather Friday the 13th Moon: Cnet, NBC News Interstellar Comet: National Geographic Video Game Exercise: Venturebeat, TechCrunch Google Photo Memories: Engadget, The Verge Vudu Family Play: Variety, TechCrunch Unlimited Grocery Delivery: CNBC, Business Insider Vehicles for Change: People

Sep 12, 2019 • 16min
Asylum Rule, Water Beyond Solar System & Personalized Yelp (+ Talking Vaping) - Thursday, September 12th, 2019
The news to know for Thursday, September 12th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a Supreme Court ruling impacting immigration, and a new law that has Uber fighting back. Plus: a major discovery beyond our solar system, Apple hopes you'll take part in its health studies, and Yelp gets personal. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview. We're talking about that mysterious illness linked to vaping. Today's episode is brought to you by Blinkist. Thanks to The NewsWorthy Insiders! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: SCOTUS on Asylum Rule: NBC News, Reuters, AP, FOX News Flavored E-Cig Ban: Fox News, Reuters, NYT, ABC News Purdue Pharma Settlement?: CNBC, Washington Post, WSJ, NBC News CA Employment Bill: WSJ, The Hill, Washington Post Democratic Debate: TIME, VOX FIBA World Cup: NBC Sports, ESPN Dodgers NL Champs: ESPN Water on Exoplanet: National Geographic, BBC, Space.com Apple Health Research: Cnet, TechCrunch Yelp Personalized Results: The Verge, Wired

Sep 11, 2019 • 11min
9/11 Tribute, Special Election & iPhone 11 Details - Wednesday, September 11th, 2019
The news to know for Wednesday, September 11th, 2019! Today, we're talking about a new law to help future generations understand what happened 18 years ago today, and why a special election in North Carolina was closely watched around the country. Plus: details about the new iPhones, how much Apple TV+ will cost, and expect new tech at the drive-thru... Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Noom and MM LaFleur. And thanks to our NewsWorthy Insiders! You can support the show and get some swag by becoming an Insider here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: 9/11 Anniversary: 911Memorial.org, CNN, History.com Bolton Fired: ABC News, CNN, Fox News, NYT NC Special Election: PBS, Reuters, NBC News, Vox More Uninsured Americans: Washington Post, WSJ, Bloomberg Apple Event Details: TechCrunch, The Verge, CNBC Uber Job Cuts: NYT, USA Today Seasonal Employees: USA Today, CNN McDonald's AI Drive Thru: Engadget, CNBC Wendy's Breakfast: MarketWatch, Business Insider Workers + Teletherapy: CNBC, Huff Post

Sep 10, 2019 • 11min
NOAA Investigation, Apple Event & Wave to Pay - Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
The news to know for Tuesday, September 10th, 2019! What to know today about a new investigation based on the president's tweet before Hurricane Dorian hit the U.S., and which airline had to cancel almost all of its flights today because of a pilot strike. Plus: an investigation into Google, what to expect from Apple's new iPhone reveal, and how Amazon wants you to pay with just a wave of your hand. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Care/of. Use code "newsworthy" for 25% off. Thanks to The NewsWorthy INSIDERS for your support! Become one here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: NOAA Investigation: Washington Post, NYT, NBC News, Axios Capsized Ship Rescue: ABC News, AP, Washington Post Brexit Update The Guardian, NYT, BBC, CBS News British Airways Strike: Fox News, NPR FDA Warning on Juul: WSJ, TechCrunch Google Investigation: CBS News, Engadget, CNBC, AP Apple Event: Cnet, The Verge, Time VW Electric Car: TechCrunch, Cnet, Bloomberg, CNN Amazon Job Fair: CNBC, Fortune, CBS News Wave to Pay: Digital Trends, New York Post

Sep 9, 2019 • 10min
Taliban Talks Canceled, Dorian Aftermath & Missing Spacecraft - Monday, September 9th, 2019
The news to know for Monday, September 9th, 2019! What to know today about President Trump's planned secret meeting and why it fell through, and where Hurricane Dorian hit after North Carolina. Plus: sports drama, a missing spacecraft, and a wedding trend. Those stories and more -- in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh and MyWallSt.com. Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sources: Taliban Talks Canceled: Washington Post, AP, ABC New, NYT Dorian Hits Canada: AP, Vox, The Weather Channel, CBS News Dorian Aftermath in Bahamas: ABC News Hong Kong Protests CNN, WSJ Antonio Brown Switch: ESPN, Fox News Women's U.S. Open: CBC, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports Men's U.S. Open: ESPN, CBS Sports India Lunar Landing: NPR, Space.com, Engadget Fairphone 3: TechCrunch, The Verge Weekend Box Office: AP Mr. Rogers Movie Premiere: USA Today Wedding Loans: The Washington Post


